Because of Lolei Primary School's proximity to the 9th century Lolei temple ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, conservation activities limit construction at the school. As a result, when teachers expressed interest in opening a library to supplement children's education, alternatives to constructing a new building had to be considered.
On January 4, 2008, SCC donated a mobile library to Lolei. The double-sided cabinet on wheels is stocked with 143 Khmer children's book titles, 141 basic English books, 12 Khmer alphabet and number puzzles, and 2 large plastic mats that can be spread on the floor to create a place for children to settle down with a book. Teachers at Lolei have created a library schedule and shuttle the cabinet on wheels from one classroom to the next for students to enjoy.
Since the library has opened, many Lolei students opt to read a book or challenge themselves to a puzzle instead of play outside during breaks between classes.
The Lolei mobile library (double-doors on both sides to maximize storage space!):
Lolei students enjoy the library during a break between classes:
